Sports & Inclusion Worker

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Sports & Inclusion Worker to join our team. As a Sports & Inclusion Worker, you will play a vital role in promoting inclusivity and providing sports coaching and mentoring to individuals of all abilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others through sports and education.

As a Sports & Inclusion Worker, you will be responsible for the lead delivery of high quality and engaging sessions to children of varying ages and abilities developing interpersonal skills within children & young people as well as increasing youth participation whilst ensuring our participants develop in a safe and nurturing environment.

Communication and active listening skills will be vital for regular interaction with participants, staff, parents, and external representatives whilst representing the Club in a professional manner at all times.

Youth & Integration:

• To lead on and support delivery of Youth & Integration projects including Premier League Kicks & Premier League Targeted, Holiday Activity & Food and Youth-based projects, delivering innovative initiatives and engaging activities.


• Having a set case load of referrals at any one time, set by the Youth & Integration Manager. Attending referral meetings and delivery engaging 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions, based on the needs of and outcomes of the mentee.


• Supporting cross-departmental projects, including the Participation team and Health team, supporting on initiatives and activities, whilst highlighting & showcasing the work Sheffield Wednesday FC Community Programme are delivering.


• Meeting targets and KPI's set by manager.


General Description of Duties:

• To deliver football, multi-sports, youth, and mentoring intervention sessions appropriate to the age and ability of the participants.


• To deliver a high-quality provision and mentoring within school settings where required.


• To produce and evaluate session plans for all activities.


• To be organized, planned, and prepared for activities to commence.


• To undertake dynamic risk assessments.


• To adhere to SWFC safeguarding policies and safeguarding working practices at all times.


• Ensure Safeguarding concerns are raised and reported to the Community Safeguarding Leads or the Designated Safeguarding Officer.


• To ensure that all SWFCCP equipment is in good working order and assembled properly - to report to the Community Programme any equipment that needs attention.


• To ensure that the SWFCCP`s Codes of Conduct are adhered to at all times.


• To keep up to date with registers and consent forms for all activities.


• Keep up to date with all administrative and project linked work, tasks and KPI's.


• Registration forms collected and processed in line with SWFCCP data protection policy.


• To attend training courses continuing professional development as required.


• To adhere to National Governing Body (FA) guidelines.


• To adhere to all SWFC policies and procedures.


• To promote and support a diverse culture where everyone is treated fairly.


• To always represent SWFC in a professional manner.


• Any other task which is deemed necessary by SWFCCP as it continuously grows.
  
  (essential) - Relevant minimum level 2 qualification including either:


o FA Football Level 2

o Youth Work Level 2

o Youth Mentoring Level 2

• Level 1+ in other sports (desirable).


• AFPE Level 3 (desirable).


• FA Youth Modules (desirable).


• FA Safeguarding Training (essential - can be completed upon appointment)


• Enhanced DBS check


• FA First Aid or relevant, Experience in coaching football and or multi-sports related sessions.


• Experience of working with a variety of age groups.


• Delivery in a classroom environment.


• Good communication and organization skills.


• Confident & professional manner.


• Flexible approach.


• Positive and engaging attitude.


• Designing and developing schemes of work to a high standard., Sports coaching: 1 year (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
  
  37 hours, over 7 days. As is expected with this post, there will be regular match days, weekends & unsocial hours as part of a regular working pattern.


Site:

SWFC Training Ground, S6 1TG (Hybrid-based around Sheffield).

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From £22,010.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave


• Company events


• Flexitime


• Free or subsidised travel


• Free parking


• On-site parking


• Sick pay


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday


• Weekend availability